Position Type:Other Academic
Department:LSUAG Vice Presidents Office - Audubon Sugar Institute (Gillian Eggleston (00054052))
Work Location:Audubon Sugar Institute - Iberville Parish
Pay Grade:Other Academic
Job Description:
WORK LOCATION: Audubon Sugar Institute, LSU Agricultural Center, St. Gabriel, Louisiana.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordination and maintenance of the Audubon Sugar Institute (ASI) main building and sugar processing pilot plant equipment, and vehicles, that are all used for research. Supervision of a Maintenance Repair Master. Duties will also include managing ASI safety, equipment management, and inventory programs and preparing for annual audits.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: B.S. or M.S in industrial technology, chemistry, engineering, or related field. Course work or experience in sugarcane processing, safety management, and building management are preferred. The candidate must be highly motivated, have excellent communication skills, and be eager to work with other staff and sugarcane factory personnel.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 23, 2021 or until suitable candidate is located.
DATE AVAILABLE: September 30, 2021.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Must apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching cover letter with resume, transcripts, and contact information of three referees. Paper, faxed or emailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the recommendation letters online, them may be sent directly to:
Dr. Gillian Eggleston, Director
Audubon Sugar Institute, LSU AgCenter
3845 Highway 75
Saint Gabriel, Louisiana 70776
Tel: +1 225 642-6902; Fax: +1 225-642-8790
E-mail: [email protected]
Web site: www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Additional Job Description:Special Instructions:Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor
Posting Date:September 9, 2021
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ([email protected]).
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed [email protected]
Skills Required
- B.S. or M.S. in industrial technology, chemistry, engineering, or related field
- Coursework or experience in sugarcane processing
- Coursework or experience in safety management
- Coursework or experience in building management
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to supervise maintenance staff
What We Do
LSU is the flagship institution of Louisiana and is one of only 30 universities nationwide holding land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant status. Since 1860, LSU has served its region, the nation, and the world through extensive, multipurpose programs encompassing instruction, research, and public service. The university brings in more than $150 million annually in outside research grants and contracts, a significant factor for the Louisiana economy
